Plastic-Free and ‘Fine to Flush’ on World Toilet Day

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Today is World Toilet Day and whilst we may take the humble loo for granted it helps to protect our health, safety and dignity.

It is therefore important look after the loo and the environment by only flushing products proven to breakdown in the waste water system.

Nice-Pak’s flushable wipes are all plastic-free and can be certified to carry the ‘Fine to Flush’ standard. Indeed, we were the first manufacturer to be assigned the  ‘Fine to Flush’ accreditation, meeting standards set by the water industry.

Nice-Pak FineToFlush Pack

 

 

Do the right thing for the environment and the loo!

Get in touch sales@nice-pak.co.uk 

 

Nice-Pak joins The UK Plastics Pact to tackle plastic waste

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Nice-Pak International have become Associate Members of The UK Plastics Pact.

This initiative is the first such in the world working to create a circular economy for plastics, in line with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s New Plastics Economy targets. We are excited to join forces with WRAP, businesses from across the entire plastics value chain, UK governments and NGOs to tackle plastic waste.

We are one of sixteen UK Plastics Pact Associate Members now on board, which include representation across a variety of sectors including: – Textiles, Clothing, Food & Drink, Retail and Packaging.

Nice-Pak’s Group Environmental Manager, Fiona Mclachlan:

“The UK Plastics Pact’s Associate Membership category has enabled Nice-Pak to ensure that what we place on the UK market contributes to the overall goal to create a circular economy for plastics in line with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s New Plastics Economy targets. Being an Associate Member gives us the opportunity to be closer to the work being done by our peers who already sit within The Pact and provides us with insight into upcoming policy, changes to the UK’s recycling infrastructure, and guidance on how to produce packaging sustainably”.

This development contributes to our commitment to sustain our environment and operate in both an ethical and responsible way.

For more information visit: https://wrap.org.uk/media-centre/press-releases/uk-plastics-pact-expands-reach-associate-membership-model

Businesses that wish to find out more about becoming an Associate Member of The UK Plastics Pact should email UKPlasticsPact@wrap.org.uk

Nice-Pak’s efforts to sustain our environment on Earth Day

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On Earth Day 2021, we celebrate and thank the colleagues who continue to take action each day to sustain our environment through innovation and resource efficiency.

 

 

Nice-Pak awarded gold medal for sustainability

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Nice-Pak International has been awarded a gold medal by global sustainability ratings provider EcoVadis. Placed in the top 5% of over 75,000 companies evaluated, it is the sixth consecutive year that Nice-Pak have achieved the gold standard.

EcoVadis assesses businesses on the quality of their sustainability practices, focusing on 21 criteria based upon international sustainability standards such as the Global Compact Principles, the International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standard, the ISO 26000 standard, and the CERES principles.

The evidence-based assessment covers policies, actions and results across four themes:

  • Environment
  • Labour & Human Rights
  • Ethics
  • Sustainable Procurement

We are thrilled that the combined efforts of our employees and supply chain partners have been recognised in this way. In particular, we have been praised for our advanced management systems on environmental issues and sustainable procurement.

This achievement demonstrates our commitment to sustain our environment and social responsibility, through continuous improvement and innovation across all areas our business.

 

 

Nice-Pak’s Global Sustainability Pledges

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Listening and acting to promote sustainable change.

1. Sustainable Choice

Beginning in 2020, in addition to what may be requested, we will offer a sustainable option as part of every quotation, addressing the same need and containing as a minimum, a responsibly-sourced, plastic-free nonwoven.

2. Sustainable Packaging

Beginning in 2020, we will have at least one environmentally-preferable packaging option available in each of our major product categories and expand that offering over time.

3. Our Brands

We will always prioritise the use of sustainable materials in our own brands. Any plastics remaining in nonwovens within our branded products by the end of 2020 will be transparently communicated on-pack.

4. Chemicals of Concern

We will constantly monitor chemicals of concern and take action as appropriate in the interests of both our customers and the consumer.

5. Responsible Manufacturing

Our operations/plants are committed to using innovative and sensible environmental steps to minimise impact on the planet with a focus on preserving our natural resources.

6. Responsible Disposal

We will consistently advise and encourage customers to comply with the Industry Code of Practice on ‘Do Not Flush’ labelling. In addition, we will report annually on the overall compliance levels of our customers with that Code of Practice towards the goal of 100% compliance. At consumer level, we will continue efforts to drive awareness of the need for appropriate disposal of wet wipes in order to protect the environment.

Nice-Pak CSR Infographic

CSR European Highlights

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Proud to share the collective CSR efforts of Nice-Pak’s European teams.

Nice-Pak CSR Infographic

2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report

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With Climate Week 2020 in full swing we are proud to release our 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report.

Nice-Pak 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report

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On our mission to help the world stay healthy and well, we touch the lives of consumers over 100 billion times a year. The report is the latest in our long standing commitment to transparency and marks the beginning of a new phase of corporate social responsibility built around three strategic pillars.

From our Chairman and CEO, Robert Julius, “This is a unique, challenging and incredibly urgent time in the history of the world and of our companies. To our associates, customers, suppliers, families, communities, friends and consumers – today we stand with you, together for health and life.”

Award Winning Eco Friendly Wipes

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It’s fantastic to see  environmentally  friendly wipes being recognised  in the Loved By Parents awards.

Nice-Pak are committed to offering sustainable choices in wipes and are delighted to produce on behalf of a  number of this year’s winners.

Image source: https://twitter.com/lovedbyparents/status/1273907690964647936

For more info on our sustainability commitments   see:  https://www.nice-pak.co.uk/sustainability-pledges/

‘Fine to Flush’ accreditation for Nice-Pak

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Nice-Pak International has achieved a ‘Fine to Flush’ generic accreditation for its flushable plastic-free moist toilet tissue products.

Moist toilet tissue supplied by Nice-Pak making use of the SureFlush XP12 technology will be able to display the ‘Fine to Flush’ logo on pack.

The ‘Fine to Flush’ standard was introduced by Water UK, which represents water companies across the UK.

Nice-Pak’s research and development head of nonwoven, Matt Storey, said: “We are delighted to have attained this certification on SureFlush XP12 following two years of hard work and collaboration with the Water Research Centre (WRc). This plastic-free moist toilet tissue has been designed to meet the specific needs of the UK sewer system.”

 

 

WRc developed the flushability standard in conjunction with Water UK earlier this year.

WRc’s  Senior Consultant, Andy Drinkwater said: ” The certification of Nice-Pak’s Sureflush XP12 is a most welcome step forward. The product is very different from many traditional wipes in terms of its flushability credentials. Retailers should be confident that by using SureFlush XP12, and subject to confirmatory testing, their own branded products should be ‘Fine to Flush’ compliant”

Fine to Flush’ certification is only granted for the small minority of wet wipes which are designed to be flushed and have passed the rigorous seven step process required by the standard.  The vast majority of wipes including baby wipes, make up removal wipes and household cleaning wipes are not designed to be flushed and should be disposed of in a bin.

Nice-Pak actively encourages compliance with the industry Code of Practice on ‘Do Not Flush’ labelling and supports industry-wide awareness on responsible product disposal.

Nice-Pak Announce Sustainability Pledges

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As an industry leader we consider it our responsibility to help drive change in our area of expertise.

To this end we have made six pledges to help accelerate progress to a more sustainable future.  Our Global Sustainability Pledges include a commitment that plastic-free, sustainable products will feature in every customer proposal from 2020. They also feature strong commitments on packaging, brand transparency and will report of progress in the implementation of our industry’s agreed Code of Practice on ‘Do Not Flush’ labelling.

Publication of the Sustainability Pledges coincides with Nice-Pak launching the ‘ultimate in sustainable baby wipes’.  Its new ‘Nice ‘n Clean Aqualettes’ brand features plastic-free wipes, a pre-biotic formula and 100 per cent recyclable packaging.

Michael Staton, Nice-Pak International CEO, said: “We wanted to take our sustainability efforts to the next level through a series of significant commitments which will apply to our businesses across the globe. Our product development programme reflects the fact that we are fully aligned with customers and consumers on the global significance of environmental issues.

“In Europe, the launch of ‘Nice ‘n Clean Aqualettes’ demonstrates the progress we are making in bringing these principles to life.

“This unique combination of materials from sustainable sources, natural ingredients and recyclable packaging is the result of creativity and determination by our team to ensure we lead the sector in care for the environment.”